I couldn’t believe the news last night…another school shooting. Thankfully, everyone will be all right, but this is becoming too commonplace. While those in Washington, D.C. talk about solutions…and I pray we will have some soon, I knew that this was the right time to let you know about a clever idea that is happening now. Newark, New Jersey Mayor, Cory Booker and Jewelry For A Cause designer, Jessica Mindich, have collaborated on The Caliber Collection.
The collection was created from the metal of 250 guns and bullet casings seized by the Newark Police Department. The result is a series of pieces that embody the gun’s transformation from a destructive weapon to a powerful symbol of renewal. The serial numbers on the bracelets match the serial numbers from the guns they were made from…a key element that links the two.
A portion of the proceeds from each sale will be used to fund future Gun Buyback Amnesty programs in Newark. It is their hope that this will be a model for other cities around the country.
I applaud Cory and Jessica for turning bullets into bling!
Jessica is sheer genius and her company is making a mark wherever it goes. We're putting these bangles on our Valentine's gift list for ourselves!
xxoo
C + C
As a former Jersey Girl how could I not want one or three of these bangles! Beautiful and all for a great cause!!
What an absolutely fabulous idea!!!! I hope this inspires every state to make something beautiful.
XXX
Debra~
REALLY love this. thanks for sharing!!
Elizabeth,
You sure know how to give a gal a shot in the arm to step up her style. Those bangles are clever.
I'd wear an armful to promote peace everywhere.
pve
Such a good cause and I hope they sell like hotcakes. xo
Awesome idea…love it. Clever and a really super great cause. The message that it gives is worth talking about, love this!
Amazing. Really, what an incredibly inspired idea. Thanks so much for sharing!
WOW! Great concept beautifully executed…love!
Wonderful idea for a wonderful cause…keep your eye on Cory Booker – he is a huge up and comer and I predict we will see more of him on a national level.
Keep warm today, Elizabeth…it's just TOO cold out there today!
xoxoxo
What a great idea! I know lots of gun enthusiasts who would love this sort of thing!
Generally, I am against them, but now I find that least guns are good for something!
Love it…what a great idea!
This is GREAT. What a role model for us all!
What a unique idea!
xo
Cathy
Good cause and smart idea! THanks for sharing!
Good cause and smart idea! THanks for sharing!
So interesting, I like the thought behind it!
These are awesome! Love the bangles!!!
Thanks Elizabeth!?
Anything to do that brings awareness for the need for change. I think it's a brave and brilliant idea. I was at the mall in Portland, OR that had the shooter in Dec. It was such an eery feeling. One of the 2 killed was a friend of my daughter's fiancee; a wonderful father, & husband. Thank you for posting Elizabeth!
Thanks too for your sweet comment on my blog. I love hearing from you. xx
Ok wow, these pieces are brilliant and the gorgeous!
xo
Sharon
What a fabulous cause! Thanks for sharing, Elizabeth. I just love these pieces!
xoxo
i love your pretty tastes and your fantastic ideas 🙂
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i love Booker!! I did hear of this and think it is a creative idea. I hope she does well. How cute is he.